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Why is my parakeet losing feathers around its beak and looks sick?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Bird | Unknown - Bird | Male | unneutered | 5 years and 8 months old

Hello, I have a question regarding my 5,5 year old parakeet. He started losing his feathers a round the beak, and his feathers are really thin, but besides that he acts normal and eats. He just looks very sick and little. Do you know what it could be? Best regards Kathinka

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Answered By Rebecca, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on July 30th, 2017

I would recommend a check up with an avian vet for Mickey. Budgies can be prone to superficial parasites and mites that can cause further loss or it may be more of a viral,metabolic or endocrine problem

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